When planning a building demolition project, no doubt one of the things that is a primary concern for you is safety. It's possible to avoid any accidents or incidences that would harm you or those around you.
As the building owner, what can you do? Here are crucial tips to help your building demolition project run safely and smoothly.
1. Choose the Best Contractor
It's easy to choose a building demolition contractor based solely on their rates, but that shouldn't the deciding factor. Do enough due diligence and ensure you work with a contractor that has a history of safe project management.
The right contractor, in addition to having the skills and experience for the job, will also know the right tools to use for every phase of the project and how to use each one safely. They will know to check and disconnect the gas and electrical lines before starting the building demolition.
2. Don't Rush It
Once you have identified a professional building demolition contractor, give the crew enough time. Mistakes that may compromise safety are more likely to happen with a hurried project.
As much as you may want the building demolition over and done with as soon as possible, trust the professionals' assessment of how much time the project will take. An expert contractor will stick to their timeline if doing otherwise poses a safety risk.
3. Keep the Site Clean
However long the building demolition may take, insist on the contractor cleaning up as they go along as opposed to waiting until the very end to clear away all the debris. The pile-up of debris is a trip-and-fall hazard, and the dust will only affect visibility around the site.
You can hire a dumpster or a skip bin for the contractor to put the waste in. Some contractors do come with their own bins, so you won't have to spend money on on hiring or buying any.
An Expensive Mistake
Failing to do all there is to do to ensure site safety during building demolition will cost you big. For starters, you may be liable for any bodily harm or damage to property. If both you and the building demolition contractor you choose do not have insurance, then you will have to pay out of pocket. Again, accidents may slow down progress on your project. It will take the contractor more days to finish up, and you will pay for this extension.
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